The Contest for Governor in Harrisburg Rumors Fray
The late legislature investigation reveals printers in Harrisburg overcharged the state, suggesting theft of thousands. The piece alleges attempts to influence the gubernatorial nomination by sowing conflict between Gen. Irvin and Judge Banks, mentions Markle and a hostile Harrisburg press, and questions if Markle's supporters will govern or merely advise. It criticizes tactics of the “rule or ruin” faction and notes dwindling trust in the manipulation.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Harrisburg
Irvin
Gen. Irvin
Judge Banks
Joseph Markle
Markle
Filld
Seven county delegates named by townships for Baltimore Young Men’s Convention
The Lancaster Examiner last week listed seven delegates appointed by various townships for the Young Men’s Convention at Baltimore. The notice appears in local papers, detailing upcoming arrangements and responsibilities for the event.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lancaster Examiner
Baltimore
Did Huntingdon County hold a Democratic Convention delegates
Barree asks the Journal editor to confirm whether Huntingdon County held a Democratic Convention on January 9 and whether delegates were appointed. He disputes the Globe paper tone and claims of pledges to uphold the delegate system, urging disinterested verification of proceedings.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Globe
Auxx
Democracy
Huntingdon
Huntingdon County
E &E
Thaddeus Banks
Voice of the Democracy
Barree
Journal Washingtonian Lecture No 6 On Public Opinion
In Saturday evening's sixth lecture J Sewnet Stewanrt spoke on Public Opinion to a large audience. He argued it is the majority’s well digested sentiment, not mob frenzy, and the reading audience expressed satisfaction. The writer thanks the Ladies for their presence and encouragement and invites continued support for moral reform.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washingtonian
J. Sewnet Stewanrt
Printer's Investigation Reported to Legislatures
A committee appointed to inquire into alleged frauds in the election of State Printers finished its work and sent the testimony to both branches on Wednesday. The subject returns to the two houses for further discussion before final settlement. The House ordered 2000 copies of the testimony printed.
Calhoun Withdrawn From Baltimore Convention Support
Charleston papers publish John C. Calhoun's address explaining why he will not allow his name at the Baltimore May Convention. The Charleston Courier notes Calhoun will pursue armed neutrality between Van Buren and Clay. Also reported are 1843 ship losses: 304 vessels sunk or missing, British losses totaling 61, and 642 lives lost.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Calhoun
Charleston
John C. Calhoun
Baltimore
van Buren
Mr. Clay
Great Britain
Shocking Wiltshire Assizes Case Ends in Acquittal
A laborer Litton faced murder charges at Wiltshire assizes for burning a roadside shelter where his three children died. He had been homeless after union workhouse life and later returned to poverty. The jury acquitted him. Also noted are resignations of Sir H Pottinger and Sir Charles Metcalf due to illness.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wiltshire
England
Litton
H. Pottinger
China
Charles Metcalf
Canada
Reproach on Pennsylvania Legislature’s First Month
The Harrisburg Intelligencer censures the Pennsylvania Legislature after a month of session, condemning delays and wasted funds in retrenchment and reform debates. It notes printing abuses, executive interference, and a costly investigation, urging focus on essential laws and accountability.
Public Discontent Over Legislation and Corruption Probes
The piece questions the purity of current lawmakers compared to last year and warns that ongoing bribery fears require investigation by the next legislature. It condemns wasting session time on minor measures while essential credit provisions and reform of executive abuses remain undone, urging retrenchment and accountability.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pennsylvania
Harrisburg
Commonwealth
Bond Street
Senate
Tyler
Porter
David R. Porter
Executive Department of Government
Mexican Decree Expels Americans From California and New Mexico
News from Mexico via the brig Lime Rock notes a decree expelling United States citizens from California and New Mexico. General Waddy Thompson remonstrated, threatening to seek a passport or resign, and the decree was said to be revoked within 24 hours. Reports differ on Thompson’s stance, with speculation of a temporary leave. Vera Cruz buzzed over Britain–Mexico tensions as the Lime Rock departed.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mexico
Lime Rock
New Orleans
Bee
Santa Anna
Thompson
Tas
Tyler
Gen. Thompson
Montezuma
Vera Cruz
Campeachy
Youcatan
Great Britain
Texian navy dismantled amid financial crisis and pardons
From Galveston to New Orleans news, President Houston backs releasing Texian captives in Mexico, urges possible campaign against Mexican towns west of the Guadaloupe, and hints at hostage rewards. Hoffmeister’s pardon follows a prior death sentence, with discussion of naval disarmament and ship sales. Judge Story praises admirable female virtue, and Manchester and Liverpool child mortality prompt calls for sanitary reform.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Texas
New Orleans
Ul. Hoffmeister
Galveston
Houston
Senate
Austin
Mexico
Guadaloupe
Rio Grande
Treatment Narrative for Wistar Balsam Case from New Jersey
An 1843 affidavit from Thomas Cozens in Houcester County New Jersey attests that after October 13 1841 a severe abdominal pain led to an inward abscess and bleeding. Mercury pills failed. After using three bottles of Dr Wistars Balsam of Wild Cherry the patient recovered enough to work as a carpenter. The statement was affirmed April 20 1843 by justice J Crument. For sale by Thomas Read Huntington and James Orr Hollidaysburg.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
N. J
Thomas Cozens
Houcester County
N. Jys
J. Crument
Thomas Read
Uuntingdon
James Orr
Hollidaysburg
Wright's Indian Vegetable Pills Promise Quick Death Prevention
An advertisement claims Wright's Indian Vegetable Pills prevent death by apoplexy and burst blood vessels by cleansing morbid humors. It asserts nightly doses will purify the body, improve digestion, and vigor, and warns buyers to avoid counterfeits and buy only from approved agents in Philadelphia and Huntingdon.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wright
General Depot
Race Street
Philadelphs
Wm. Stewart
Huntingdon
Also Mentioned on This Page
the Huntingdon Journal
B. Palmer
Pine Street
Third
Philadelphia
Huntingdon Journal
Henry Clay
Kentucky
Bharmar Denny
Covention
James Irvin
Centre County
Gop the Hou
Joana Tavis
Centre Counties
Old Fort
Pittsburg
Waterstreet
Samuel H. Stover
Spruce Creel
Terumasah
Ate i Jy
Redding
Couric
the “ Journal
Ma, Creaeni
Manchester
Liverpool
Marsiso
Andrew Spannogle
James G. Doyle
Mary Ann Long
Shirley
Isaac Lutz
Shirleysburg
Sarah Jane Garver
John Peebles
Isaac Brown
Ellen Web
Henderson Township
William Hirst
J. Ross
John Gahagan
Leat Brown
Amos M’ginley
James Brewster
Pannettsburg
Nancy G. Stewart
Path Valley
Franklin County
M'Mahan
Shaver's Creek
Rebecca
Wm. M'Monigal
Diao
Topewell
David
Wm, Dean
Reg
Elizabeth
Same
Alexander Dean
Cassville
County
Harriet
Caleb
Analiza Swoope
Andersonburg
Perry Co
Joseph L. M’cay, M. W
Lewistown
Washingtonian Temperance Society
Old Court House
Pexvrenass
Bellefonte
G. Armitage Miller
William Fahs
Borough of
Theo. H. Cremer
Adm
Jilso Blank
Board of Revision
Tyrone
James Crawford
Said
Allegheny
David Black
Said Township
Blair
D. H. Moore
Marely Neat
Frankstown
Mrs Denlinger
Alexandria
West
Jacob Megahan
M’connellstown
Hopewell
John B
Tod
John Henderson
Cass
Robert Speer
Springfield
George D. Hudson
Cromwell
David Etire
Orbisonia
Dublin
John Rupert
Shade Gap
Well
Henry Eby
David Freaker
Union
Hampson’s
Alexander Knoxis
John F. Miller
Mordecai Chilcote
Joseph Adams
James Gwin
Orphans’s Court
Orphans’ Court
Williamsburg
Henry Reigart
C. Hewit
Luthern
David S. Hule
Joseph Roller
Dee
John Reed
Cl’k
John K. Neff
Joshua Roller
Ram’ M’rs
Cass Township
Laurance Swoope
House &c
Enoch Dean
This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!